photographers

[biddy27]

I am wondering if anyone has seen a list of photographers names and times they had their studios. I know I saw a list somewhere but I cannot find it. I am trying to find out how long William Ferrier had his studio in Dundee.

[PrueM]

Hi biddy 

I've seen lists for various places, but not for Dundee.  Did you want to find out about a particular photograph you have, or was it the photographer you're interested in?

Cheers
Prue

[biddy27]

Hello Pru I have a photograph taken sometime between 1890 and 1905 and I wanted to find out when his studio was open in Dundee and for how long. The only identification I have is the name of William Ferrier, Tally Street, Nethergate, Dundee. If I could tell exactly when the picture was taken I would know if the boy on the picture was my father or his falf brother.

[Betty Boo]

Hi biddy,

Try this contact they may be able to help you!!

Staff in the Local History Centre may be contacted on:
Tel: 01382 431550
Fax: 01382 431504
Email: local.history[at]dundeecity.gov.uk

Betty

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[PrueM]

Hi biddy,

Why not post a copy of your photo on the Photo Restoration and Dating board?  We can almost certainly narrow down the date for you 

Cheers
Prue

[biddy27]

thanks Pru will try to post it.

[ev]

hi all 

looking at the 1881 census -

william ferrier age 31 photographer born scone perth
living at 6 king street dundee

if this is the man then he could have been active anytime 1890 - 1905
so directories or a look at the photo might be your best bet

ev

[biddy27]

I tried to  post my picture but it said it was too big. Could someone tell me how to shrink the picture. Please.....

[PrueM]

Hi biddy

Have a look here, hopefully this will help you:

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,372537.0.html


If you're still struggling, just post a message on the Photo Restoration board asking for help

Cheers
Prue